In The Fortune Cookies of Weevil, a young boy named Bobby is on a mission to save his beloved Chinese restaurant from being shut down. He comes up with an ingenious plan to win back the favor of the neighborhood – by making and selling fortune cookies! With the help of his best friend Meg, Bobby sets to work in the kitchen, whipping up batch after batch of delicious cookies. But can they keep up with demand? And will their fortunes come true?
For who is this book for ?
This book is for children who love stories about friendship, overcoming adversity and of course, cookies!
Pros :
- The author does a great job of keeping the reader engaged by weaving in humorous moments throughout the story.
- The characters are well developed and likable.
- The plot is exciting and fast paced.
Cons :
- The story is too predictable
- The characters are one dimensional
- It’s not very creative
Learn more about the author
Audiobook Narration by: Aaron Reynolds and Katherine Kellgren Ages 8-12, Fiction Publisher’s Summary: In this delightful audiobook, a young boy named Bobby rallies to save his family’s Chinese restaurant from being shut down – by making and selling fortune cookies! With the help of his best friend Meg, Bobby sets to work in the kitchen, whipping up batch after batch of delicious cookies. But can they keep up with demand? And will their fortunes come true?
Reader Reviews
“A thoroughly enjoyable and light-hearted listen. Reynolds’ writing is crisp, funny, and highly engaging – the perfect recipe for a good story.”
“Really entertaining – my daughter loved it and so did I!”
“sweet and funny”
“This book is fantastic! It’s well written, funny, and extremely cute. The characters are endearing and lovable, and the story is a joy to follow. I highly recommend it!”